Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician (V-396251)

Location:

Avonmouth, England
Sector:
Engineering
Salary: £45,250.00 per annum

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a growing energy infrastructure project in Avonmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a COMAH‑regulated site during phase two of an exciting development. If you have experience in mechanical maintenance and thrive on solving technical problems, this role offers a chance to work on major rotating equipment in a dynamic industrial environment.

Paying up to £45,250 per annum.

Based on-site l-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and fault diagnosis on large generators and turbines.
• Operate and maintain site equipment safely using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and repair faulty equipment using industry‑standard tools and techniques.
• Liaise with operations teams to identify improvement strategies for equipment reliability.
• Supervise external contractors when needed and maintain high standards of work quality.
• Prepare accurate maintenance reports and technical documentation.
• Manage parts inventory and ensure timely replacement of critical components.
• Adhere to strict health, safety and compliance standards at all times.

• Recognised mechanical apprenticeship and NVQ Level 3 qualification (minimum), with at least 5 years’ post‑apprenticeship experience.
• Strong mechanical maintenance background, ideally with rotating equipment experience.
• COMAH site experience.
• Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs (Process & Instrumentation Diagrams).
• Skilled in the use of maintenance systems (CMMS) and understanding of work permits.
• Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Excel and Office tools.

• Working knowledge of condition monitoring and lubrication best practice.
• Experience in industrial process plants (oil, gas or chemicals) desirable but not essential.
• Progression towards HNC or NVQ Level 4.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.